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Sr. Area Sales Manager - Industrial Adhesives & Tapes

3M Health Information Systems

3M Health Information Systems

Sales & Business Development
New Delhi, Delhi, India
Posted on Jul 15, 2025
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Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

1. Channel Strategy & Execution

  • Develop and implement growth strategies with a focus on prioritized channel partners.

  • Expand channel footprint by identifying and appointing new distributors and Direct Sales Representatives (DSRs).

  • Execute channel coverage and appointment plans aligned with regional priorities.

2. Sales Performance Management

  • Achieve monthly sales targets as per growth objectives for the assigned channel.

  • Conduct regular reviews of current business performance and identify corrective actions.

  • Lead joint business planning and secondary sales trend analysis with partners.

3. Channel Engagement & Operational Excellence

  • Drive operational engagement through regular partner interactions and business reviews.

  • Ensure proper deployment of Point-of-Sale (POS) materials and effective in-market execution.

  • Review sales forecasts, inventory, collections, and account reconciliation.

4. DSR Management & Enablement

  • Recruit, train, and manage Direct Sales Representatives (DSRs).

  • Review DSR performance through KPIs like hopper management, activity tracking, and conversion rates.

  • Create and implement a training calendar to enhance DSR capabilities.

5. Program Implementation & Market Development

  • Work closely with Channel Marketing to deliver key marketing initiatives and campaigns.

  • Drive channel-based new business generation through demand creation activities.

  • Implement Market Development Fund (MDF) calendar and maximize visibility via distributor platforms.

6. Customer & Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Collaborate with end-user teams to support field execution and demand generation.

  • Leverage Salesforce (SFDC) to manage leads, opportunities, and program effectiveness.

7. Governance & Continuous Improvement

  • Maintain pricing discipline, CARE management, and issue resolution within defined timelines.

  • Set clear performance and self-development goals; conduct monthly 1-on-1s and provide peer recognition.

  • Identify cross-sell and shelf share gain opportunities; drive targeted conversion programs.

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